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2012 Oscars Challenge: 84th Academy Awards Predictions

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My official Oscar predictions: Best Picture: The Artist Best Actor in a Leading Role: George Clooney, “The Descendants” Best Actress in a Leading Role: Viola Davis, “The Help” Best Actor in a Supporting Role: Christoper Plummer, “Beginners” Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Octavia Spencer, “The Help” Best Directing: Michel Hazanavicius, “The Artist” Best Animated Feature: “Rango” Best Animated Short: “La Luna” Best Art … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: 84th Academy Awards Predictions

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2012 Oscars Challenge: Five Nominees I Failed to See…

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“In Darkness” which is competing for Best Foreign Language Film has gained a little attention, but probably not enough to beat out “A Separation” which is a clear winner at this point. “In Darkness” was playing at theaters around Los Angeles, but with lack of time and little desire to pay huge amounts for a ticket to this film, I opted out. Unsure of … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: Five Nominees I Failed to See…

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [41] Drive & Sound Editing

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[5 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[1 DAY TO OSCARS] Seeing “Drive” win its one category would be a great victory, but “Hugo” and “War Horse” are basically the only competitors in this category. With “Drive” being snubbed this year, a sound win would definitely show the naysayers the kind of following this film has but I do not believe the Academy look to honor … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [41] Drive & Sound Editing

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [40] The Help & 4 Nominations

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[6 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[4 DAYS TO OSCARS] One of the weaker films in the Best Picture category, this film will probably gain most of the acting awards with one fell-swoop. Even at the Golden Globes, winner Meryl Streep said that Viola Davis deserved the award more. Much better than Streep’s performance, Davis should be able to capture this award. Though I would … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [40] The Help & 4 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [39] The Ides Of March & Adapted Screenplay

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[7 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[6 DAYS TO OSCARS] “The Ides Of March” gaining this nomination was enough of an honor, being one of my favorite films of 2011. In my opinion, this is the most well-rounded category compared to any other this year at the Academy Awards. It is unlikely “Ides” will win over “The Descendants” or “Moneyball”, but the competition in this … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [39] The Ides Of March & Adapted Screenplay

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [38] Hugo & 11 Nominations

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[9 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[7 DAYS TO OSCARS] If there is one film in the Best Picture category that could possibly knock out “The Artist” (which seems unlikely at this point), it would be “Hugo”. With Martin Scorsese at the helm (who has an Academy Award for Best Director from “The Departed”) and a stellar screenplay, “Hugo” has the most nominations of any … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [38] Hugo & 11 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [37] Harry Potter and the Dealthy Hallows Part Two & 3 Nominations

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[9 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[7 DAYS TO OSCARS] With as good a film that “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part Two” is, it deserved much more than just the three nominations it received this year at the Oscars. The franchise has been nominated 12 times throughout the years and has never won a single award. Aside from that, in wanting it to … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [37] Harry Potter and the Dealthy Hallows Part Two & 3 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [36] Bullhead & Foreign Language Feature

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[10 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[8 DAYS TO OSCARS] Though “A Separation” appears unbeatable at this point, “Bullhead” offers a much needed close second with a dramatic leading man and a fresh story with deep and thought-provoking material. Dark and gritty, Belgium’s “Bullhead” tells the story of Jacky, a cattle farmer who gets caught up in the middle of a mob deal gone wrong. … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [36] Bullhead & Foreign Language Feature

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [35] The Descendants & 5 Nominations

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[11 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[9 DAYS TO OSCARS] As much as I loved this film, I just do not see it beating out “The Artist”. Though it is positioned just right to win the Best Picture category, with all the major awards at its fingertips (Best Directing, Best Actor in a Leading Role, and Best Adapted Screenplay) if any film were to upset … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [35] The Descendants & 5 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [34] A Separation & 2 Nominations

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[12 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[9 DAYS TO OSCARS] At this point in the season, it is fairly clear what will be take certain awards, based on how well it’s done in other ceremonies and based simply on whether or not there is still buzz towards a certain film in any given category. “A Separation” has been a clear pick for Best Foreign Language … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [34] A Separation & 2 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [33] The Tree Of Life & 3 Nominations

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[13 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[9 DAYS TO OSCARS] Nothing made me happier on Oscar Nomination Day than “The Tree Of Life” getting the much deserved Academy attention that it received. A Best Cinematography nod was bound to happen with all the award season buzz it garnered, but with Best Picture and Best Directing nominations, “The Tree Of Life” became a frontrunner for both … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [33] The Tree Of Life & 3 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [32] Pina & Documentary Feature

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[14 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[10 DAYS TO OSCARS] Less of a documentary and more of an “in memoriam” for Pina Bausch, a German modern dancer and choreographer, “Pina” uses the cameras and a documentary-like feel as a giant stage to exhibit the modern dance techniques that were taught by the late Pina Bausch. There are small interviews (more like meditations) on different dancers’ … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [32] Pina & Documentary Feature

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [31] Paradise Lost 3: Purgatory & Documentary Feature

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[15 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[12 DAYS TO OSCARS] Originally an HBO special, “Paradise Lost 3: Purgatory” finds itself in the running for Best Documentary Feature. The third film in a series about the West Memphis 3, the documentary summarizes the entire history of the case leading up to the huge events that occurred in the case this past year. “Paradise Lost 3” is … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [31] Paradise Lost 3: Purgatory & Documentary Feature

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [30] Puss In Boots & Animated Feature

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[16 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[14 DAYS TO OSCARS] With “The Adventures Of Tintin” out of the picture in the Best Animated Feature category, its replacement as runner-up against “Rango” was left wide open. With two questionably received animated foreign films and “Kung Fu Panda 2”, the clear second place finisher seems to be “Puss In Boots”. Personally, “Rango” fails to live up to … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [30] Puss In Boots & Animated Feature

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [29] The Adventures of Tintin & John Williams

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[17 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[14 DAYS TO OSCARS] If any film was robbed this year (outside of the Documentary category and “Drive”), it would be Steven Spielberg’s second directing venture of the year, “The Adventures of Tintin”. Slated as one of the top competitors in the Best Animated Feature category against “Rango”, “Tintin” didn’t even get a nomination. If that wasn’t strange enough, … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [29] The Adventures of Tintin & John Williams

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [28] War Horse & 6 Nominations

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[18 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[15 DAYS TO OSCARS] After five years, Steven Spielberg is back on the Oscar map, with a Best Picture nomination. Spielberg has previously had six films nominated for Best Picture and has only won a single Best Picture Academy Award for “Schindler’s List”. He’s also been nominated six times for Best Director, winning for “Schindler’s List” and “Saving Private … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [28] War Horse & 6 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [27] Albert Nobbs & 3 Nominations

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[19 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[15 DAYS TO OSCARS] “Albert Nobbs” brings in three admirable nominations in Actress, Supporting Actress, and Makeup, all of which are high caliber. Glenn Close earns the nominations from a part she helped create, playing a woman dressed as a man in the 19th century, trying to earn enough money start her own business. Glenn Close delivers a performance … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [27] Albert Nobbs & 3 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [26] The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo & 5 Nominations

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[20 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[16 DAYS TO OSCARS] There was a huge rally behind “The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo” this year and many seemed surprised when it wasn’t nominated for Best Picture. With the huge David Fincher band-camp from last year, that theme continued into this year, with his remake of the Swedish film of the same title. Now it only finds … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [26] The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo & 5 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [25] Bridesmaids & 2 nominations

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[21 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[18 DAYS TO OSCARS] One of the shockers of the Oscar nominations, “Bridesmaids” is normally not the type of film that gets recognized by the Academy. The main reason it surprised me is that it’s a comedy, which are rarely recognized by this awards ceremony, let alone given one of the highly acclaimed nomination spots. However, up against the … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [25] Bridesmaids & 2 nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [24] My Week With Marilyn & 2 Acting Noms

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[22 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[18 DAYS TO OSCARS] Playing a well-known historical figure is tough. Especially one as well-known as Marilyn Monroe. The difficulty comes in being compared to that figure and never quite adding up to what people expect from that role. Marilyn was never nominated for an Academy Award, so Michelle Williams being nominated playing Monroe is quite the accomplishment and … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [24] My Week With Marilyn & 2 Acting Noms

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [23] Anonymous & Costumes

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[23 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[19 DAYS TO OSCARS] “Anonymous” is filled with great costumes, especially those of Rhys Ifans’ character, Edward de Vere, which was preeminent from the trailer and leaves a lasting impression following the film. However, it suffers some of the same fate “Jane Eyre” does as most of it has been seen before and it is not delivered in a … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [23] Anonymous & Costumes

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [22] The Iron Lady & 2 nominations

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[24 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[20 DAYS TO OSCARS] Meryl Streep is by far a frontrunner in this year’s Oscar race, but not because the film she is in is an utter success, but because Meryl Streep is who she is. Since she’s been successful before, winning two Academy Awards already (one in 1979 for “Kramer Vs. Kramer” and one in 1982 for “Sophie’s … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [22] The Iron Lady & 2 nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [21] Jane Eyre & Costume Design

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[25 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[21 DAYS TO OSCARS] Period pieces dominate this category and that is where “Jane Eyre” has an upper hand in this category. The problem is…  all the films in this category are period pieces, with the major front-runners being “The Artist” and “Hugo” just because of their Best Picture overtones. Though films like “Anonymous” and “Jane Eyre” could sneak … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [21] Jane Eyre & Costume Design

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [20] A Cat In Paris & Animated Feature

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[26 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[22 DAYS TO OSCARS] Unless it is going to be a French-love year (I’m talking about “The Artist” being a front-runner for Best Picture), I do not see “A Cat In Paris” winning the Best Animated Feature. People were surprised to see “Chico & Rita” and “A Cat In Paris” get nominated, both being foreign films that are more … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [20] A Cat In Paris & Animated Feature

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [19] Rango & Animated Feature

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[27 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[22 DAYS TO OSCARS] Without “The Adventures of Tintin” in contention, “Rango” basically has a lock on this category. Unless “Puss In Boots” can rally an upset, “Rango” is the odds-on favorite. Since “The Adventures of Tintin” won the Golden Globe award in this same category, there is no drawing a favorite from that. Personally, my pick would have … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [19] Rango & Animated Feature

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [18] Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close & 2 nominations

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[28 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[22 DAYS TO OSCARS] “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” was lucky to get nominated for anything, plain and simple. The fact that it got a Best Picture nomination over “Harry Potter” or “Drive” is testament to the direction that the Academy tends to take towards family films. The film is shows up in only one other category (Best Actor … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [18] Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close & 2 nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [17] Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy & 3 Nominations

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[29 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[23 DAYS TO OSCARS] It’s going to be a tough year in the Best Adapted Screenplay category, not just because they are all worthy contenders, but because I really enjoyed them all and cannot pick a favorite. That being said, “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” seems like one of the trickier concepts to get across when adapting the long form … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [17] Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy & 3 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [16] Chico and Rita & Animated Feature

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[30 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[23 DAYS TO OSCARS] Kudos to the Academy this year, for recognizing two foreign films in their Best Animated Feature category. The votes could have easily gone to features like “Cars 2” or “The Adventures of Tintin” (which I wholly expected), but instead, went off the beaten path to “Chico & Rita” and “A Cat In Paris”. Though I … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [16] Chico and Rita & Animated Feature

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [15] The Muppets & Original Song for the Win

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[31 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[24 DAYS TO OSCARS] In such a dismal category this year, Best Original Song most definitely goes to “The Muppets” for the ballad of “Man or Muppet” performed by Gary (Jason Segal) and Walter (Muppet). Though this was not my favorite song of the film (“Pictures In My Head” and “Life’s a Happy Song” were far better), I still … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [15] The Muppets & Original Song for the Win

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [14] Hell And Back Again & Documentary Feature

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[32 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[25 DAYS TO OSCARS] During last year’s Academy Awards, “Restrepo” was my pick for Best Documentary Feature and even though it was beat out by “The Inside Job”, I still consider “Restrepo” one of the best documentaries of last year. “Restrepo” was personally one of the first times I felt like I was seeing something I couldn’t possibly see … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [14] Hell And Back Again & Documentary Feature

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [13] Transformers: Dark Of The Moon & 3 Nominations

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[33 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[25 DAYS TO OSCARS] Few things would be please me more than the “Transformers” franchise finally getting the praise it deserves (but perhaps all the money it makes is reward enough). As one of my favorite film series, the original Michael Bay “Transformers” garnered the same three awards at the 2007 Academy Awards.(Visual Effects, Sound Mixing, & Sound Editing), … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [13] Transformers: Dark Of The Moon & 3 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [12] Rio & Best Original Song

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[34 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[28 DAYS TO OSCARS] First of all, “Real in Rio” wasn’t even the best song in the film “Rio”. “Telling the World” by Taio Cruz and “Take You To Rio” (Remix) performed by Ester Dean, were far better songs in writing and performance than the opening and closing theme of “Real in Rio” which was rather hard to listen … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [12] Rio & Best Original Song

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [11] Beginners & Christopher Plummer

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[35 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[29 DAYS TO OSCARS] By now, if Christopher Plummer winning for his performance in “Beginners” isn’t a sure thing, I don’t know what is. Not only did Plummer win the Golden Globe award for Best Supporting Actor, but as of last night, he also won the Screen Actors Guild award in the same category. With Albert Brooks being snubbed … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [11] Beginners & Christopher Plummer

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [10] Midnight In Paris & 4 nominations

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[36 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[29 DAYS TO OSCARS] In 1977, “Annie Hall” won the Academy Award for Best Picture. It also took Best Screenplay, Best Director, and Best Actress. So to count out Woody Allen in any regards is ill-advised. However, with the heated competition this year, “Midnight In Paris” probably won’t be pulling in that many awards. Described as Woody Allen’s return … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [10] Midnight In Paris & 4 nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [9] Rise of the Planet of the Apes & Visual Effects

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[37 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[29 DAYS TO OSCARS] Marked by myself as the front-runner for the Best Visual Effects category, “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” brings the masterpiece of motion capture to a whole new level. The same team that brought you Gollum from “Lord of the Rings” and the James Cameron world of “Avatar” bring to life the reboot of … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [9] Rise of the Planet of the Apes & Visual Effects

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [8] Kung-Fu Panda 2 & Animated Feature

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[38 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[29 DAYS TO OSCARS] In 2008, the first “Kung Fu Panda” was released by Dreamworks and was nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards. Though the film lost to Disney/Pixar’s endeavor, “WALL-E”, the fact that it got nominated was praise-worthy enough. Now, in 2011, “Kung Fu Panda 2” does a repeat, this time with four competitors, two … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [8] Kung-Fu Panda 2 & Animated Feature

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [7] Margin Call & Original Screenplay

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[39 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[30 DAYS TO OSCARS] For starters, it should be known that developing a screenplay with even one truly formed character is a difficult task, let alone developing an entire ensemble in one coherent piece of writing. J.C. Chandor writes and directs this masterful film, a first for the writer/director in both regards, and he makes it look easy. Chandor’s … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [7] Margin Call & Original Screenplay

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [6] If A Tree Falls & Documentary

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[40 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[30 DAYS TO OSCARS] A week before the announcements of the Academy Award nominations, I was jonesing for some Academy fodder, but was avoiding films I thought would definitely be nominated as to not have to watch them immediately again in a couple weeks. So, I picked some films that were being considered but that I didn’t think could … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [6] If A Tree Falls & Documentary

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [5] A Better Life & Demián Bichir

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[41 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[32 DAYS TO OSCARS] Just the fact that Demian Bichir was nominated was enough for me. Though I suppose I would have rather seen Michael Shannon or Michael Fassbender in this category for their amazing performances this year, the recognition of Bichir in such a small film is still justified and is what makes the Academy Awards interesting. Bichir … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [5] A Better Life & Demián Bichir

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [4] The Artist & 10 Nominations

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[42 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[32 DAYS TO OSCARS] Ask any Academy follower and they will tell you that “The Artist” is a huge front-runner in this year’s Oscar race. Trailing only to “Hugo”, “The Artist” bagged 10 nominations and looks to be the film to beat in most categories. Personally, imagining a black-and-white silent film winning Best Picture in the year 2011-2012 sounds … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [4] The Artist & 10 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [3] Real Steel & Visual Effects

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[43 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[33 DAYS TO OSCARS] “Real Steel” was the one film in the Visual Effect category that took me by surprise (my prediction had gone to “Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol” because of the amazing sequences on the skyscraper and in the dust storm). I was able to nail all four remaining films, but for some reason, I did not see … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [3] Real Steel & Visual Effects

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [2] Moneyball & 6 Nominations

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[44 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[33 DAYS TO OSCARS] “Moneyball” definitely has its work cut out for it in the Best Picture category. Up against buzzing films like “The Artist”, “Hugo”, and “The Descendants”, it may be hard for “Moneyball” to get recognized. Also, without Bennett Miller getting a nomination for director, the film’s chances drop a little lower, even though it does show … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [2] Moneyball & 6 Nominations

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2012 Oscars Challenge: [1] Warrior & Nick Nolte

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[45 OUT OF 46 FILMS REMAINING]-[34 DAYS TO OSCARS] My first reaction to Nick Nolte being nominated for Best Actor in a Supporting Role, based on his recent body of work and having not viewed “Warrior” yet, was distaste. Not that I completely dislike Nolte, but “Warrior” didn’t stand out to me as award-worthy. Perhaps I was also bitter about Albert Brooks not gaining … Read More 2012 Oscars Challenge: [1] Warrior & Nick Nolte

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Oscars Watch: 84th Academy Awards Nominations

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Best Picture “The Artist” Thomas Langmann, Producer “The Descendants” Jim Burke, Alexander Payne and Jim Taylor, Producers “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” Scott Rudin, Producer “The Help” Brunson Green, Chris Columbus and Michael Barnathan, Producers “Hugo” Graham King and Martin Scorsese, Producers “Midnight in Paris” Letty Aronson and Stephen Tenenbaum, Producers “Moneyball” Michael De Luca, Rachael Horovitz and Brad Pitt, Producers “The Tree of … Read More Oscars Watch: 84th Academy Awards Nominations

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Oscars Watch: 84th Academy Awards Nomination Predictions

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In less than two weeks, the Academy Award nominations will be announced, therefore, now is about the time predictions start to surface. Though I have yet to see a lot of the films that are most likely to be nominated, given word-of-mouth, the awards they have already received, and personal preference, I have compiled my predictions. Below the line are my wishful thinking and/or … Read More Oscars Watch: 84th Academy Awards Nomination Predictions

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Oscars Watch: 2011 African-American Film Critics Association Awards

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Picture: The Tree of Life 2. Drive 3. Pariah 4. Rampart 5. Shame 6. Moneyball 7. The Descendants 8. A Better Life 9. My Week With Marylin 10. The Help Best Director: Steve McQueen (Shame) Best Actor: Woody Harrleson (Rampart) Best Supporting Actor: Albert Brooks (Drive) Best Actress: Viola Davis (The Help) Best Supporting Actress: Octavia Spencer (The Help) Best Screenplay: Ava DuVernay (I … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 African-American Film Critics Association Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Chicago Film Critics Association Awards

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BEST PICTURE(-) The Tree of Life BEST DIRECTOR(-) Terrence Malick–The Tree of Life BEST ACTOR(-) Michael Shannon–Take Shelter BEST ACTRESS(-) Michelle Williams–My Week with Marilyn BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR(-) Albert Brooks–Drive BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS(-) Jessica Chastain–The Tree of Life BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY(-) Michel Hazanavicius–The Artist BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY(-) Steve Zaillian and Aaron Sorkin–Moneyball BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY(-) The Tree of Life–Emmanuel Lubezki BEST ORIGINAL SCORE(-) Drive–Cliff Martinez … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 Chicago Film Critics Association Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Dallas-Fort Worth Film Critics Association Awards

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Best Film of 2011: THE DESCENDANTS Top 10 Films of the Year: 01.THE DESCENDANTS 02.THE ARTIST 03.EXTREMELY LOUD AND INCREDIBLY CLOSE 04.MIDNIGHT IN PARIS 05.THE TREE OF LIFE 06.HUGO 07.50/50 08.DRIVE 09.SHAME 10.MONEYBALL Best Actor: George Clooney – THE DESCENDANTS Runners-up: Jean Dujardin for THE ARTIST (2) Michael Fassbender for SHAME (3) Brad Pitt for MONEYBALL (4) Michael Shannon for TAKE SHELTER (5) Best … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 Dallas-Fort Worth Film Critics Association Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Detroit Film Critics Society Awards

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Best Picture The Artist Best Director Michel Hazanavicius – The Artist Best Actor Michael Fassbender – Shame Best Actress Michelle Williams – My Week with Marilyn Best Supporting Actor Christopher Plummer – Beginners Best Supporting Actress Carey Mulligan – Shame Best Breakthrough Performance Jessica Chastain – Tree of Life, The Help, The Debt, Take Shelter Best Ensemble Carnage Best Screenplay Moneyball Best Documentary Tabloid

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Houston Film Critics Society Awards

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Best Picture •    The Descendants, Fox Searchlight Best Director •    Nicolas Winding Refn, Drive Best Actor •    Michael Fassbender, Shame Best Actress •    Tilda Swinton, We Need to Talk About Kevin Supporting Actor •    Albert Brooks, Drive Supporting Actress •    Shailene Woodley, The Descendants Best Screenplay •    Alexander Payne, Nat Foxon & Jim Rash, The Descendants Best Cinematography •    Emmanuel Lubezki, The Tree of … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 Houston Film Critics Society Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Indiana Film Critics Awards

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Best Film of the Year Winner: The Artist Runner-up: The Descendants Other Finalists: Coriolanus, Drive, Hugo, Martha Marcy May Marlene, The Muppets, The Skin I Live In, Super 8, The Tree of Life Best Animated Film Winner: Rango Runner-up: Winnie the Pooh Best Foreign Language Film Winner: The Skin I Live In Runner-up: 13 Assassins Best Documentary Winner: Project Nim Runner-up: Into the Abyss … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 Indiana Film Critics Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards

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BEST PICTURE Winner: “The Descendants.” Runner-Up: “The Tree of Life.” BEST DIRECTOR, Winner: Terrence Malick, “The Tree of Life.” Runner-Up: Martin Scorsese, “Hugo.” BEST ACTOR, Winner: Michael Fassbender, “A Dangerous Method,” “Jane Eyre,” “Shame,” “X-Men: First Class.” Runner-Up: Michael Shannon, “Take Shelter.” BEST ACTRESS, Winner: Yun Jung-hee, “Poetry.” Runner-Up: Kirsten Dunst, “Melancholia.” BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS, Winner: Jessica Chastain, “Coriolanus,” “The Debt,” “The Help,” “Take … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 New York Film Critics Online Awards

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BEST PICTURE THE ARTIST BEST DIRECTOR MICHEL HAZANAVICIUS for The Artist BEST ACTOR MICHAEL SHANNON for Take Shelter MICHAEL FASSBENDER for Shame GARY OLDMAN for Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy BEST ACTRESS MERYL STREEP for “The Iron Lady” BEST ENSEMBLE CAST BRIDESMAIDS BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR ALBERT BROOKS for Drive BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS MELISSA MCCARTHY – Bridesmaids BREAKTHROUGH PERFORMER JESSICA CHASTAIN – The Tree of Life, … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 New York Film Critics Online Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 New York Film Critics Circle Awards

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Best Picture: “The Artist” Best Director: Michel Hazanavicius for “The Artist” Best Screenplay: Steven Zaillian and Aaron Sorkin for “Moneyball” Best Actor: Brad Pitt for “Moneyball,” and “Tree of Life” Best Actress: Meryl Streep for “The Iron Lady” Best Supporting Actor: Albert Brooks for “Drive” Best Supporting Actress: Jessica Chastain for Tree of Life, The Help and Take Shelter Best Cinematography: Emmanuel Lubezki for … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 New York Film Critics Circle Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 San Diego Film Critics Awards

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BEST FILM –
WINNER: THE ARTIST DRIVE HUGO 
MIDNIGHT IN PARIS 
THE TREE OF LIFE BEST DIRECTOR –
Winner: Nicolas Winding Refn, DRIVE 
Martin Scorsese, HUGO Michel Hazanavicius, THE ARTIST 
Terrence Malick, THE TREE OF LIFE Woody Allen, MIDNIGHT IN PARIS BEST ACTRESS –
Winner: Brit Marling, ANOTHER EARTH Elizabeth Olsen, MARTHA MARCY MAY MARLENE Michelle Williams, MY WEEK WITH MARILYN 
Tilda Swinton, WE NEED TO TALK … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 San Diego Film Critics Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 San Francisco Film Critics Awards

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Best Picture “The Tree of Life” Best Director Terrence Malick, “The Tree of Life” Best Original Screenplay J.C. Chandor, “Margin Call” Best Adapted Screenplay Bridget O’Connor & Peter Straughan, “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” Best Actor Gary Oldman, “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” Best Actress Tilda Swinton, “We Need to Talk About Kevin” Best Supporting Actor Albert Brooks, “Drive” Best Supporting Actress Vanessa Redgrave, “Coriolanus” Best … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 San Francisco Film Critics Awards

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Oscars Watch: 16th Annual Golden Satellite Awards

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BEST PICTURE The Descendants BEST DIRECTOR Nicolas Winding Refn – Drive BEST ACTOR Ryan Gosling – Drive BEST ACTRESS Viola Davis – The Help BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR Albert Brooks – Drive BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS Jessica Chastain – The Tree of Life BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY Alexander Payne, Based On The Novel By Kaui Hart Hemmings, Jim Rash, Nat Faxon – The Descendants BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY … Read More Oscars Watch: 16th Annual Golden Satellite Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Southeastern Film Critics Association Awards

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TOP TEN FILMS The Descendants 
The Artist Hugo Moneyball The Tree of Life 
Drive 
Midnight in Paris Win Win War Horse The Help BEST ACTOR Winner – George Clooney (The Descendants) Runner-up – Michael Fassbender (Shame) BEST ACTRESS Winner – Meryl Streep, The Iron Lady Runner-up – Tilda Swinton, We Need to Talk About Kevin BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR Winner – Christopher Plummer, Beginners 
Runner-up … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 Southeastern Film Critics Association Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 St. Louis Film Critics Awards

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Best Film The Artist runner-up: The Descendants Best Director Michel Hazanavicius (The Artist) runner-up: Terrence Malick (Tree of Life) Best Actor George Clooney (The Descendants) 
runner-up: Ryan Gosling (Drive) Best Actress Rooney Mara (The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo) runners-up – tied: Meryl Streep (The Iron Lady) and Michelle Williams (My Week With Marilyn) Best Supporting Actor Albert Brooks (Drive) runner-up: Alan Rickman (Harry … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 St. Louis Film Critics Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Toronto Film Critics Awards

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Best Picture The Tree of Life Best Director Terrence Malick – The Tree of Life Best Actor Michael Shannon – Take Shelter Best Actress Michelle Williams – My Week with Marilyn Best Supporting Actor Christopher Plummer – Beginners Best Supporting Actress Jessica Chastain – Take Shelter Best Screenplay Moneyball Best Foreign-Language Film Mysteries of Lisbon Best Documentary Feature Nostalgia for the Light Best First … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 Toronto Film Critics Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Las Vegas Film Critics Sierra Awards

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LVFCS 2011 Sierra Award Winners Best Picture “The Artist” Best Director Nicholas Winding Refn, “Drive” Best Actor Jean Dujardin, “The Artist” Best Actress Michelle Williams, “My Week with Marilyn” Best Supporting Actor Albert Brooks, “Drive” Best Supporting Actress Melissa McCarthy, “Bridesmaids” Best Screenplay (Original or Adapted) Steven Zaillian & Aaron Sorkin, “Moneyball” Best Cinematography Emmanuel Lubezki, “Tree of Life” Best Film Editing Thelma Schoonmaker, … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 Las Vegas Film Critics Sierra Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association Awards

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THE 2011 WAFCA AWARD WINNERS: Best Film: The Artist Best Director: Martin Scorsese (Hugo) Best Actor: George Clooney (The Descendants) Best Actress: Michelle Williams (My Week with Marilyn) Best Supporting Actor: Albert Brooks (Drive) Best Supporting Actress: Octavia Spencer (The Help) Best Acting Ensemble: Bridesmaids Best Adapted Screenplay: Alexander Payne and Nate Faxon & Jim Rash (The Descendants) Best Original Screenplay: Will Reiser (50/50) … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association Awards

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Oscars Watch: Werner Herzog’s Into The Abyss Snubbed by the Academy

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Believe it or not, but after 49 years in the business and over 40 films credited as director (over 20 of those films being documentaries), German director Werner Herzog (known mainly for “Grizzly Man” and “Rescue Dawn”) has only been recognized by the Academy once (a nomination for Best Documentary for “Encounters at the End of the World” in 2008). Though I have not yet … Read More Oscars Watch: Werner Herzog’s Into The Abyss Snubbed by the Academy

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For Your Consideration 2011: “We Need To Talk About Kevin”

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A film that screams Oscars, “We Need To Talk About Kevin” is being considered in all categories, including its main focus, Best Actress. If Tilda Swinton were to first become nominated and then actually win the Academy Award, this would be here second Academy Award win (the first was for “Michael Clayton”). Swinton has already won two awards for this performance (the European Film … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “We Need To Talk About Kevin”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Warriors Of The Rainbow: Seedig Bale”

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Of all the foreign language films up for contention at this year’s Academy Awards, “Warriors of the Rainbow: Seedig Bale” is by far the most intriguing thus far, with amazing visuals and graphics, and this is simply from viewing the trailer. And with a big name like John Woo attached, you would expect nothing less. Produced out of Taiwan, I am definitely rooting for … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Warriors Of The Rainbow: Seedig Bale”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Morgen”

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“Morgen” is the Romanian entry for consideration during this year’s Oscar season. A dark satire, “Morgen” tackles the subject matter of illegal immigration. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM Produced by Anca Puiu

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For Your Consideration 2011: “72 Days (Sedamdeset i dva dana)”

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Croatia’s entry into the Academy Awards consideration for Best Foreign Film, “72 Days” is written and directed by Danilo Šerbedžija and stars his father Rabe Šerbedžija. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM Directed by Danilo Šerbedžija

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Monsieur Lazhar”

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From the producers of the Academy Award nominated film “Incendies” and winner of the Best Canadian Feature Film award at the 2011 Toronto International Film Festival, “Monsieur Lazhar” is being considered for Best Foreign Language Feature. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM Luc Déry & Kim McCraw

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Elite Squad: The Enemy Within”

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Under consideration in the Foreign Language department, “Elite Squad-The Enemy Within” not only gains attention from being the official selection of Brazil for the Academy Awards, but was also the highest-grossing film of all-time in Brazil. If that doesn’t make this film a leader in the pack, I don’t know what what will. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM Produced by Marcos Prado

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Semper Fi”

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Any time a documentary lifts the curtain on certain issues, it usually makes for entertaining and enlightening productions. Much like last year’s “GasLand” which was a filmmaker with his own camera, driving around and getting regular people’s input on the state of their drinking water, “Semper Fi” is a military man stepping forward and speaking up about certain pollution caused by the military. BEST … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Semper Fi”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Pina”

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What sounds like another passionate documentary, “Pina” was originally supposed to followed the life of Pina Bausch, a German modern dance choreographer. When Pina passed away unexpectedly, the film was all but dead, however Pina’s dancers requested the film still get made and now this film garners not only a foreign language film consideration but also a documentary feature film consideration. BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Pina”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Buck”

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As my personal favorite documentary of the year, “Buck” has my wholehearted vote for a nomination at this year’s Academy Awards. Though there is nothing groundbreaking in the film, there is a passion in “Buck” unlike any documentary this year so far and in what seems like the most unlikely of places. I would honestly love to see this film win Best Documentary and … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Buck”

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Oscars Shortlist: 10 Animated Shorts Shortlisted for 84th Academy Awards

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These are the 10 Animated Short Films that will be considered for the 2012 Academy Awards:     “Dimanche/Sunday,” Patrick Doyon, director (National Film Board of Canada)     “The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore,” William Joyce and Brandon Oldenburg, directors (Moonbot Studios LA, LLC)     “I Tawt I Taw a Puddy Tat,” Matthew O’Callaghan, director and Sam Register, executive producer (Warner Bros. Animation … Read More Oscars Shortlist: 10 Animated Shorts Shortlisted for 84th Academy Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 National Board of Review Awards

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“Hugo” gains its first big win this awards season. George Clooney wins a well-deserved acting award, something that could easily translate come Academy Awards season. “Rango” picks up its first animation feature award which many are predicting will occur on Oscar night. Chalk up another award win for Felicity Jones and her lovely performance in “Like Crazy” and the first of many awards I … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 National Board of Review Awards

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Oscars Watch: 2011 New York Film Critics Circle Awards

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“The Artist” takes the big win, which many are already predicting will win at the Academy Awards. I am very glad to see “Melancholia” get some recognition and I hope that translates at the Oscars. Also, Brad Pitt and Aaron Sorkin win for “Moneyball” which is no surprise. Also, two of my favorite films this year, “Drive” and “The Tree of Life”, represent nicely … Read More Oscars Watch: 2011 New York Film Critics Circle Awards

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Oscars Watch: 21st IFP Gotham Independent Film Awards

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One of the first awards ceremonies of the season, “Beginners” and “The Tree of Life” took home the big independent awards. Felicity Jones takes home a much deserved breakthrough award and Dee Rees wins the directing award for “Pariah”. Best Feature Beginners(tie) The Tree of Life(tie) The Descendants Meek’s Cutoff Take Shelter Best Ensemble Performance Beginners The Descendants Margin Call Martha Marcy May Marlene … Read More Oscars Watch: 21st IFP Gotham Independent Film Awards

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Beauty (Skoonheid)”

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The South African submission for Best Foreign Language film, “Beauty” was awarded the Queer Palm Award at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM Produced by Oliver Hermanus

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Lady”

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Directed by Luc Besson, a French director, “The Lady” is being considered for the Academy Awards this year. FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IN ALL CATEGORIES including BEST ACTRESS** Michelle Yeoh BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR** David Thewlis

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Drive”

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“Drive” was my favorite film of the year and the more nominations this film receives, the happier I will be. Ryan Gosling by far deserves a nomination, as well as the director, the score, the screenplay, and without a doubt, the cinematography. Deep down I have a feeling this film may get snubbed for its graphic nature, but overall, this film deserves some recognition. … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Drive”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “W.E.”

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Is it me or is this the year of nontraditional director taking the reigns; Ralph Fiennes, Vera Farmiga, Jodie Foster, Angelina Jolie, and now Madonna directing the Weinstein Company’s for your consideration film “W.E.”. Basically picking up where “The King’s Speech” left off, “W.E.” focuses on the other brother, King Edward, and his mistress. Though my philosophy towards the Oscars is to never say … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “W.E.”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Undefeated”

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Unsure of what this film is or what it is being nominated for, I will have to post more when I find out. All I know now is that The Weinstein Company has listed this film as being considered for the 2011-2012 awards season and that it was screened at the South By Southwest Film Festival. (Apparently not to be confused with the documentary … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Undefeated”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “My Week With Marilyn”

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With her performance in “My Week With Marilyn”, Michelle Williams looks to get nominated for Best Actress two years in a row (last year for her performance in “Blue Valentine” aside Ryan Gosling). Though Eddie Redmayne has yet to make a name for himself, his performance should probably also be recognized. Besides the acting awards, I would be surprised to see this film nominated … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “My Week With Marilyn”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Iron Lady”

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When Meryl Streep is made the face of a film, you are damn sure that film will get some Oscar attention. Streep has been nominated for sixteen Academy Awards, winning two for Best Actress (“Kramer Vs. Kramer” & “Sophie’s Choice”). This year “The Iron Lady” will almost assuredly win her another nomination as she plays former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, yet another historical … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Iron Lady”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Coriolanus”

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Based on the Shakespearian tragedy of the same title, it is hard to justify why “Coriolanus” would not get an Adapted Screenplay nomination. However, marking Ralph Fiennes directorial debut, the rest of the film may end up empty-handed (talk of Vanessa Redgrave gaining a nomination is stirring though). BEST PICTURE Produced by Ralph Fiennes, Colin Vaines, John Logan, Gabrielle Tana, Julia Taylor-Stanle BEST DIRECTING … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Coriolanus”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Artist”

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Few films are getting quite the buzz as “The Artist”. If you would have asked me at the beginning of the year if I thought a French, black-and-white, silent film would be receiving the praise of critics and even the end-all talk of being good enough to win Best Picture, I would have called you crazy. Jean Dujardin won Best Actor at Cannes Film … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Artist”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “In Darkness”

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A Polish drama directed by Agnieszka Holland: BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM

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For Your Consideration 2011: “A Separation”

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Iran’s submission for the Academy Awards’ Best Foreign Film, “A Separation” has already won the top award at the Berlin International Film Festival (the Golden Bear) becoming the first Iranian film to win the award. Having won such an award and being picked up for distribution by Sony Picture Classics makes this film a front-runner for gaining the coveted nomination. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “A Separation”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Higher Ground”

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Vera Farmiga takes her first leap from acting to directing and though I am sure her efforts are valiant, I do not see this film going very far at this year’s Academy Awards, probably not getting nominated for any awards. BEST PICTURE Produced by Claude Dal Farra, Renn Hawkey, Caryl Hugo, Matthew Parker BEST DIRECTOR Vera Farmiga BEST ACTRESS Vera Farmiga BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Higher Ground”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Guard”

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Brendan Gleeson and Don Cheadle are definitely established and enjoyable actors, but are they good enough to a) be nominated for Academy Awards and b) win those nominations. My answer would be “no” to each one, but any exposure for this film, as it is being considered, is good for business. FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IN ALL CATEGORIES including BEST ACTOR Brendan Gleeson BEST SUPPORTING … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Guard”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Take Shelter”

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Winning the 50th Critics’ Week Grand Prix at Cannes Film Festival, “Take Shelter” is one of my many anticipated films of the year, starring Michael Shannon in yet another Jeff Nichols directed film (the two paired in “Shotgun Stories”). Both Nichols’ writing and Shannon’s are gaining attention, though may I point out that Jessica Chastain is being considered in her fourth film of the … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Take Shelter”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Midnight In Paris”

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Here are some numbers for you: Woody Allen has won three Academy Awards (two for “Annie Hall” for Directing and Screenplay and one for “Hannah and Her Sisters” for Screenplay). Allen has been nominated a total of 21 times: 14 as a screenwriter, six as a director, and one as an actor. Allen has been nominated for screenwriting Academy Awards (Original Screenplay mind you) … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Midnight In Paris”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “A Dangerous Method”

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Yet another film that simply screams Academy Awards. The pieces are all there. Period pieces are normally revered by the Academy and depicting Sigmund Freud, a prominent figure, who has had very little exposure on the big screen helps this film out immensely. Viggo Mortensen is a seasoned actor, having been nominated for an Academy Award before (for “Eastern Promises”, yet another David Cronenberg … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “A Dangerous Method”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Rise of the Planet of the Apes”

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If there is one film (besides “Super 8” and “Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Part Two”) that screams Best Visual Effects this year, it is “Rise of the Planet of the Apes”. Using the same CGI technology as the beloved “Avatar”, the monkeys/apes are given the define characteristics of their human counterparts with this technology. Expect to see this in the Visual Effects … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Rise of the Planet of the Apes”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Rio”

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All I know about “Rio” is that 20th Century Fox had a field day with marketing the film with Angry Birds when it came out. From the trailer, the animation looks up to par with the productions that Disney/Pixar put out, so your guess will be as good as mine when it comes to picking from the eighteen animated films nominated this year. “Rio” … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Rio”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Carnage”

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Politics involving Roman Polanski aside, “Carnage” is the first film of his that I have genuinely been excited to see and credit has to go to casting. First off, Christoph Waltz in anything is great and seeing him take a comedic role like this and seemingly knocking it out of the park continues to drive my admiration for him. John C. Reilly and Jodie … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Carnage”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Win Win”

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Though “Win Win” is one of the best and highly acclaimed dramas of the year, never count out Paul Giammati at Oscar time. The writing could easily gain a nomination this year, but with the tough competition this year in all categories, “Win Win” may not have a place among the nominees regardless of how well received the film may be. BEST PICTURE Produced … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Win Win”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Shame”

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Steve McQueen and Michael Fassbender have been winning awards for the film “Shame” since it debuted, including Best Picture and Acting awards at the Venice Film Festival and Directing and Acting awards at the Seville European Film Festival. Though its NC-17 rating could hinder its possibilities of being nominated at this year’s Academy Awards, Steve McQueen and Michael Fassbender’s talent cannot be denied. The … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Shame”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Martha Marcy May Marlene”

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Since the debut of “Martha Marcy May Marlene” at the Sundance Film Festival, critics have been raving about Elizabeth Olsen’s performance. The forgotten Olsen twin proves she can act and hopefully earns herself an Oscar nomination at this year’s Academy Awards. The performance from John Hawkes has also been buzzed about and after his nomination last year for his role in “Winter’s Bone” I … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Martha Marcy May Marlene”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Terraferma”

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Italy’s official selection for consideration in the Academy Awards’ Best Foreign Language category, “Terraferma” has already won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM Marco Chimenz, Giovanni Stabilini, Riccardo Tozzi

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Montevideo, God Bless You”

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Of the foreign films that I have glanced at thus far, “Montevideo” is the first film that appears Oscar-worthy. The cinematography appears on par with its Hollywood counter parts and the performances come off well even in the trailer. Coming from Serbia, “Montevideo” won the Audience Choice Award at the Moscow International Film Festival. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM Produced by Dejan Petrović

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Love Child (La Hija Natural)”

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Written, produced, and directed by Leticia Tonos, “La Hija Natural” is the Dominican Republic’s submission for consideration in the Foreign category. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM Produced by Leticia Tonos

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For Your Consideration 2011: “José & Pilar (José e Pilar)”

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Coming out of Portugal, “José & Pilar” is a documentary depicts the last year of a Nobel Prize winning writer and his wife. Looking very emotional and very well filmed, we will see if it is enough to hook Academy members. BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM Produced by Miguel Gonçalves Mendes, Ana Jordão, Daniela Siragusa

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Tree of Life”

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More times than not, it is the films like “The Tree of Life”, which people have such a polarized opinions of, that actually end up being nominated for Academy Awards. The Terrence Malicks and Lars von Triers are some of the most imaginative and inspirational directors of our time, but often not understood, causing the love them or hate them reactions. “The Tree of … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Tree of Life”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Way”

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Written, directed, and starring Emilio Estevez, “The Way” is being considered in all categories including BEST PICTURE Produced by David Alexanian and Emilio Estevez BEST DIRECTOR Emilio Estevez BEST ACTOR Martin Sheen BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR Emilio Estevez James Nesbitt Yorick van Wageningen BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS Deborah Kara Unger BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY Juan Miguel Azpiroz BEST FILM EDITING Raúl Dávalos BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY Emilio Estevez BEST … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Way”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Skin I Live In”

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“The Skin I Live In” has received phenomenal reviews thus far and I look forward to viewing it. Though it is unclear what exactly is being considered from this film, the main focus of the ads are for Original Score. I cannot imagine, however, that Antonio Banderas and Elena Anaya would not be considered for their performances as well. FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IN ALL … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Skin I Live In”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Raw Faith”

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“Raw Faith” is a documentary about a woman of God and her struggles with faith. I am unsure whether or not this film is still being considered, as it did not make the documentary short list of contenders, but the film does contain an original song by Sheryl Crow, so I am speculating that perhaps it is still in contention for that category. As … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Raw Faith”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Rampart”

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Regardless of what he is in, I am pro-Woody Harrelson. The man commands his roles with a precision unlike any other actors his age. Rugged and careless, frightening yet loveable, Harrelson is one of the best actors of our time, and one of the most underrated as well. In 2009, he was nominated for his supporting role in “The Messenger” and that was one … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Rampart”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The First Grader”

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If I have learned anything over the years of watching the Academy Awards, it is to never count anything out. “The First Grader” may not fit the high standards that are normally placed on nominated films of the year, but as I stated in a previous post, dark horses are known to squeak into the awards ceremony all the time. All it takes is … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The First Grader”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “A Better Life”

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The Oscar season breeds dark horse films like these and normally they find a way to squeeze into the nominations with pure admiration. Not necessarily in any major categories, but they do find a way to gain smaller, yet still prestigious nominations like screenplay or even acting. The trailer for “A Better Life” does radiate family values and the Academy usually thrives on those … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “A Better Life”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Descendants”

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Every year there are films that simply scream Academy Awards. Though I have yet to see this one, “The Descendants” looks to epitomize what an Oscar nominated film is made of. George Clooney alone is practically locked as a nomination for Best Actor. Also, the screenplay should just about be locked as well, with such an original and passionate story. I would even go … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Descendants”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Tower Heist”

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Imagine these phrases: “And the Oscar goes to: Eddie Murphy”… “And the Oscar goes to: Ben Stiller” … “And the Academy Award for Best Picture goes to: ‘Tower Heist’”. If any of these statements are uttered at the Academy Awards this upcoming year, I will quit watching movies. However, even before Brett Ratnor became one of the most hated man in Hollywood with his … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Tower Heist”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Bridesmaids”

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As much as I admire the women that made “Bridesmaids” possible, a Judd Apatow produced comedy has little to no possibility of being nominated for an Academy Award. The fact that it is being considered is grounds enough impressive, but a comedy at the Oscars is very rare.  I can maybe justify the screenplay gaining a nomination simply because it was very well written, … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Bridesmaids”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Margin Call”

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Being considered one of the most underrated films of the year, “Margin Call”, though it is being considered for all the right nominations to make it a big player simply will not register at this year’s Oscars. Filled with acting considerations, I highly doubt any of them will actually come through on the big night, though I will be holding out for the screenplay … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Margin Call”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Albert Nobbs”

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For starters, Glenn Close actually played this role in 1982 in a stage production of “Albert Nobbs”. After trying to get the play produced into a film for all these years, she finally found director István Szabó, a Hungarian filmmaker. Now imagine this, before the film was recast following a delay in production, the supporting roles were supposed to be played by Amanda Seyfried … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Albert Nobbs”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Warrior”

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The Mixed Martial Arts equivalent of “The Fighter” from last year, the only thing saving “Warrior” is headliner Tom Hardy (“Bronson” and “Inception”). There has also been tons of buzz surrounding Nick Nolte’s supporting role, but this year’s Best Supporting Actor category is probably the toughest to get into (with George Clooney, Christopher Plummer, Colin Firth, and Philip Seymour Hoffman, but more on that … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Warrior”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “War Horse”

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When Steven Spielberg’s name is attached to a film, you damn sure better expect it to get noticed. I expect multiple nominations to come out of this film, including Costume Design and Cinematography. With John Williams at the helm of the score, I would not doubt a Best Original Score nomination, nor would I doubt Spielberg himself getting a nomination for directing. It just … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “War Horse”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Help”

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The surprise success of the summer, “The Help” held the top spot in the weekend box office for four straight weekends in a row, having made $168 million in its theater run,  and only costing about $25 million to produce. With astonishing and heartwarming performances from several of the actresses in the film, specifically Viola Davis and Jessica Chastain, some acting nominations are almost … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Help”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Winnie The Pooh”

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Though I have yet to see “Winnie The Pooh”, I am throwing my vote into this film being nominated for Best Animated Feature. Of the eighteen animated feature up for consideration, “Winnie The Pooh” just has a charm about it that I believe deserves to be nominated. This may change once I see it, or once I see some of the other films nominated, … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Winnie The Pooh”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides”

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Every year that there is a “Pirates of the Caribbean” film, it gets nominated for Academy Awards. Each year the nominations get less and less and each year the films never win (save for “Dead Man’s Chest”). Not much will change this year, I am afraid. “The Curse of the Black Pearl” had four nominations for Johnny Depp, Makeup, and Sound Editing/Mixing, “Dead Man’s … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Muppets”

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For such an original and successful franchise, I do not see a huge place for “The Muppets” at this year’s Academy Awards. Originally, I had prayed for the powers-that-be to allow the Muppets to host the Academy Awards, but then Brett Ratner announced Eddie Murphy. When Ratner and Murphy stepped down, I thought for sure it would happen (there were even rumblings of such … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Muppets”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “La Luna”

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With the name Pixar attached, this Animated Short already has the upper hand. What a great way to honor the late Steve Jobs if the company he helped produce were to take home the Oscar this year. BEST ANIMATED SHORT Enrico Casarosa (Producer)

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Gnomeo & Juliet”

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Of the eighteen animated films up for consideration for Oscar nomination, “Gnomeo & Juliet” has one of the least chances of making the final cut. The only chances this film has of being nominated is that it is based on a Shakespearean play and it contains original music by Elton John. Unsure of how the Original Song category will pan out, having a name … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Gnomeo & Juliet”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Cars 2”

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This year’s Disney/Pixar installment, you can place your bets on this one getting nominated for the Oscar. The original “Cars” was nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 79th Academy Awards and lost to “Happy Feet”. The funny thing is “Cars 2” faces “Happy Feet Two” this year in the pool of eighteen animated films up for consideration, and in my opinion, “Happy Feet … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Cars 2”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Young Adult”

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An up-and-coming dream team of sorts, director Jason Reitman (“Juno” and “Up In The Air”) and writer Diablo Cody (“Juno” and “Jennifer’s Body”) release yet another award-buzzing film. Both were nominated for their collaboration on “Juno” and Diablo Cody actually took home the statue for that one. Jason Reitman was also nominated for his film “Up In The Air” in 2010, which lost to … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Young Adult”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Like Crazy”

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Being my favorite film of the year, any nominations that “Like Crazy” gets will make me extremely happy. Both the film and Felicity Jones took away major awards at this passed year’s (27th Annual) Sundance Film Festival, winning the Grand Jury Prize in the Drama category, as well as the Special Grand Jury Prize for Acting. Like last year’s “Winter’s Bone” with the film, … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Like Crazy”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Transformers: Dark of the Moon”

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Imagining “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” nominated for Best Picture is rather comical. Though it is one of my favorite action franchises, the idea of the film getting considered for Best Picture is humorous. Expect the film to get the normal Visual Effects and Sound Mixing/Editing nominations and not much more. FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IN ALL CATEGORIES INCLUDING BEST PICTURE OF THE YEAR Produced … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Transformers: Dark of the Moon”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Super 8”

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“Super 8” is easily one of the most original films of the year, produced by Steven Spielberg and directed by J.J. Abrams. Though I do not see any huge awards coming out of this film, visual effects and screenplay should definitely be honored. How nice would it be to see Elle Fanning nominated for her performance, however, she may be too young and this … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Super 8”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Hugo”

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Martin Scorsese as director makes “Hugo” a huge attention-grabber, however, as an action-adventure children’s film, the film does not hold a huge chance of being nominated for anything like Best Picture. That being said, from the trailer alone, “Hugo” could easily pull off nominations for visual effects, art direction, and directing. FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IN ALL CATEGORIES including BEST PICTURE** Produced by Johnny Depp, … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Hugo”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Adventures of Tintin”

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An animated film produced by Peter Jackson, directed by Steven Spielberg, and scored by John Williams seems a hard film to top. How this film will not get nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film I do not know. FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IN ALL CATEGORIES including BEST PICTURE & BEST ANIMATED FEATURE FILM** Produced by Peter Jackson, Steven Spielberg, Kathleen Kennedy … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Adventures of Tintin”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Puss In Boots”

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Considering the amount of press “Puss In Boots” has gained since its release on top of the huge numbers it is pulling in the box office, I would not at all be surprised if “Puss In Boots” found a nomination at this year’s Academy Awards. If you remember, “Shrek” was the first film to ever win the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Puss In Boots”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Kung Fu Panda 2”

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The first “Kung Fu Panda” was a great film, funny and charming, witty and action-ey, but not award-worthy (though it was nominated at the 2008 Oscars against “Bolt” and “WALL-E” for which the latter won). Since I have not seen the newest sequel, I cannot speak for sure, but unless it is incredibly better than the original, I do not see it as an … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Kung Fu Panda 2”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Rango”

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Easily one of the best animated films of 2011, “Rango” is also one of the eighteen animated films up for consideration for the Academy Awards. I wholly expect the film to get a Best Animated Feature Film nomination if nothing else. FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IN ALL CATEGORIES INCLUDING BEST ANIMATED FEATURE & BEST PICTURE OF THE YEAR** Produced by Gore Verbinski • Graham King … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Rango”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Ides of March”

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One of my favorite films of the year (thus far), there is no surprise that “The Ides of March” is being considered for all categories of the Academy Awards. I have a strong feeling that this might be Ryan Gosling’s year, if not to win an Oscar than to at least be nominated. Having George Clooney star and direct may give Clooney an edge … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Ides of March”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Moneyball”

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Nothing but rave reviews have come out of “Moneyball” and for a sports film to be considered for the Oscars is quite an achievement. Brad Pitt is no stranger to the Academy Awards, but Jonah Hill takes his first step out of the dirty comedy realm and earns his first consideration for an Oscar nomination, and what an achievement it will be if he … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Moneyball”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Arthur Christmas”

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Another film that I have no desire to see, “Arthur Christmas” finds its way into the pool of eighteen animated films up for consideration for the Academy Awards this year. Though I am positive it will be better than “Happy Feet Two”, the advertisements still do not sell me enough to get behind it (though, I am stating all of this without having seen … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Arthur Christmas”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo”

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Most fans of David Fincher and “The Social Network” felt that Fincher was robbed last year at the Oscars, but now that we’ve seen Fincher as an Academy Award nominee, I feel like we will be seeing a lot more of him for years to come. “The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo” is a highly anticipated film this year and I believe upon its … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Anonymous”

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“Anonymous” is a film I will have to see before I can actually judge whether this consideration will become a nominee in any of the categories. The period-ness of the film is a good start, but with little hype for the film and a slightly nobody cast, I am not sure it will be able to contend. Best Picture** Roland Emmerich (Producer) Larry Franco … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Anonymous”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Part Two”

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Expect “Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Part Two” to be a big contender at this year’s Academy Awards. Though Harry Potter is no stranger to the Academy Awards (normally in the cinematography category) this year’s Harry Potter will change things and rightfully so, with the biggest opening weekend in movie history ($483.2 million dollars opening weekend). Expect some acting awards to come out … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Part Two”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Happy Feet Two”

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One of the eighteen animated feature films up for consideration for Best Animated Feature, I really hope “Happy Feet Two” is not nominated because I really do not want to watch it. Its box office will probably not prove very successful and the franchise is not a very popular one, so I assume I will be in the clear. However, contrary to popularity, the … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Happy Feet Two”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close”

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Winning an Oscar at a prior Academy Awards ceremony definitely puts an actor/actress in the driver’s seat when it comes to getting nominated again. Sandra Bullock has enough steam to be another front-runner at this year’s Oscars and, though I have yet to see the film, “Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close” appears like “The Blind Side” of 2011, with family values and strong emotion. … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Contagion”

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As much as I thoroughly enjoyed “Contagion”, I do not feel like this is an Academy Award film. Hopefully I will be proven wrong especially since there are many great elements in this film including an exquisitely subtle score by Cliff Martinez (also did the score for “Drive”) and great directing from Steven Soderbergh. Best Picture Michael Shamberg (Producer) Stacey Sher (Producer) Gregory Jacobs … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Contagion”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “J. Edgar”

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Any film with the name Clint Eastwood attached is destined to be nominated for an Academy Award. Not only do I believe a Best Picture nod will come from this film but also Best Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Make-up (probably Best Original Screenplay as well). Having just seen this film last night, the Oscar feel is definitely in this film … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “J. Edgar”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “The Debt”

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Of the many breakthrough stars this year, Jessica Chastain has to be my favorite actress of them all. Present in both “The Help” and “The Tree of Life”, Chastain is also up for consideration in “The Debt”. Though I do not doubt the quality of “The Debt”, I do not see many nominations coming out of this film come awards season. I really do … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “The Debt”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Hanna”

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Last year, I was positive Daft Punk would be nominated for Best Original Score for their work on “Tron: Legacy”, yet come nomination time, they were snubbed. So now when The Chemical Brothers are up for consideration for Best Original Score, I am leery to assume that they will be nominated. We can only hope. Apart from the score, I do not see many … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Hanna”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Jane Eyre”

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Period pieces are always shoe-ins for Academy Award nominations, so seeing “Jane Eyre” up for consideration is no real surprise. With three quickly rising stars (Mia Wasikowska from “Alice In Wonderland”, Michael Fassbender from “X-Men: First Class, and Jamie Bell from “Defiance” and “Jumper”) and a solid veteran in Judi Dench, the acting awards could come out strong from this film. Michael Fassbender appears … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Jane Eyre”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Beginners”

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Having recently viewed “Beginners”, I am strongly behind this film getting some nominations at the 84th Annual Academy Awards. Among the directing and writing considerations, I would also love to see Ewan McGregor, Christopher Plummer, and Melanie Laurent all get nominations. Also, the Original Score definitely deserves some honoring. If you click the link provided for the Focus Features page, the score loops on … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Beginners”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Pariah”

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Coming off very comparable to “Precious”, this drama is up for consideration for the Academy Awards. I am not completely sure any of these nominations will come to fruition, but I also have yet to see the film. Best Picture Nekisa Cooper (Producer) Best Director Dee Rees Best Actress Adepero Oduye Best Supporting Actor Charles Parnell Best Supporting Actress Kim Wayans Pernell Walker Aasha … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Pariah”

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For Your Consideration 2011: “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy”

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Though not yet released, “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” is getting the full treatment, with considerations in all categories: Best Picture Tim Belvan (Producer) Eric Fellner (Producer) Robyn Slovo (Producer) Best Director Tomas Alfredson Best Actor Gary Oldman Best Supporting Actor Benedict Cumberbatch David Dencik Colin Firth Stephen Graham Tom Hardy Ciaran Hinds John Hurt Toby Jones Simon McBurney Mark Strong Best Supporting Actress Kathy … Read More For Your Consideration 2011: “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy”

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For Your Consideration 2011: Another Happy Day

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The main considerations coming out of “Another Happy Day” include: Ellen Barkin for Best Actress Sam Levinson for Best Original Screenplay

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